Jobs · Finance · Illinois

Analyst, Risk Monitoring

Wedbush · Chicago, IL · 2 mo ago
Finance$68k–$89k/yrFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Monitor client trading and margin usage on both individual and exchange-wide levels
  • Facilitate client requests, including limit changes and account support
  • Utilize risk platforms to track P&L, margin, and exposure metrics
  • Provide timely market updates throughout the trading session
  • Escalate risk or operational concerns to the Head of Risk and leadership
  • Cookordinate team schedules and assign after-hours shift responsibilities
  • Develop technical skills and deepen platform expertise over time
  • Collaborate with team members to ensure full trading coverage and support
  • Respond to client inquiries promptly and professionally
  • Perform other tasks and duties as assigned and required

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university, preferably in Business Administration or other related field
  • Minimum 3+ years of experience in trading, operations, or risk management within financial services
  • Strong understanding of crypto markets, especially exchange-based trading (Coinbase experience a plus)
  • Prior experience monitoring client activity, margin usage, or managing risk in a trading environment
  • Familiarity with risk management systems and P&L monitoring tools
  • Ability to interpret market conditions and communicate updates clearly
  • Experience managing or coordinating teams and shift schedules preferred
  • Moderate technical proficiency, with the ability to learn and adapt to new platforms quickly
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university, preferably in Business Administration or other related field
  • Minimum 3+ years of experience in trading, operations, or risk management within financial services
  • Strong understanding of crypto markets, especially exchange-based trading (Coinbase experience a plus)
  • Prior experience monitoring client activity, margin usage, or managing risk in a trading environment
  • Familiarity with risk management systems and P&L monitoring tools
  • Ability to interpret market conditions and communicate updates clearly
  • Experience managing or coordinating teams and shift schedules preferred
  • Moderate technical proficiency, with the ability to learn and adapt to new platforms quickly
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Skills

  • Technical proficiency
  • Communication skills
  • Market interpretation
  • Team coordination

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Health Savings Account with company-sponsored contributions
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) traditional and dependent care
  • Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
  • 401(k) plan with discretionary, competitive company matching and profit-sharing contributions
  • Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250/year
  • 3 weeks of Paid Time Off
  • 2 weeks of Paid Sick Time (may vary by location)
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Charitable Donation Matching Contributions
  • Paid Leave (Parental Bonding, Military, Jury Duty, Volunteer Time Off, Disability, etc.)
  • FINRA License Sponsorship
  • Travel & Employee Assistance and Employee Discount Programs

Pay

The reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role has not been adjusted for the applicable geographic location. A reasonable estimate of the current range is $68,000 to $89,000. Colleagues may be eligible for additional, discretionary incentive compensation based on the colleague's and the firm's performance.

Schedule

This is a full-time position that requires flexible availability to report into the office on weekends for overnight shifts (9:00PM to 1:00AM CST).

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